ABOUT SANTAI
expertly curated
meaningful travel
Santai Retreats was born from a deep love for nature, adventure, and meaningful connection. Surfing has been one of our greatest teachers — showing us how to stay steady through life’s changing tides — while travel has opened our minds, grounded us in gratitude, and deepened our respect for the places and cultures that have welcomed us.
Indonesia, where much of our inspiration began, is the birthplace of our retreats. The word Santai means “to relax, to be at ease,” and that spirit runs through everything we do — honoring the slow, present rhythm of island life.
At its core, Santai is about more than surf or snow — it’s a way of life. One that values presence over pressure, connection over performance, and joy over perfection. We believe travel should expand us, bring people together, and leave a positive impact on both the traveler and the land.
Whether you're riding your first wave or sharing stories around the table, we invite you to slow down, connect deeply, and experience the beauty of living the Santai way.
our story
we're ON A MISSION...
We believe in quality over quantity — slow travel over box-checking. Our retreats aren’t about cramming in activities or chasing social content. They’re about real presence and creating space—not schedules—so you can connect deeply to yourself, others, and the land.
our brand values
Travel Deeper:
Tread Lightly:
Move with Respect:
Share the Stoke:
Keep Learning:
We believe the magic of untouched places lies in their mystery and purity. That’s why we travel intentionally — keeping group sizes small, avoiding exact geotagging, and encouraging mindful content sharing. By respecting the environments we explore, we help preserve them for future generations and leave a lighter footprint behind.
Every destination we visit is someone’s home. We partner with local communities, support local businesses, and prioritize cultural exchange over performance or consumption. We show up with humility, gratitude, and a commitment to giving back — so our presence contributes to the health and sustainability of each place.
We center joy, play, and shared experience in all we do. That feeling of catching your first wave, laughing after a wipeout, or dancing barefoot under the stars? That’s the stoke — and we believe it’s contagious. Our retreats are built around those moments of pure, human connection.
Whether it’s a surf skill, cultural tradition, or a personal breakthrough, we approach every retreat with curiosity. We’re students of the world — open to being challenged, inspired, and changed. That mindset of lifelong learning is woven into our coaching, conversations, and the way we support each person’s experience.
We’ve spent years exploring these regions, building genuine relationships with local communities, and understanding how things work on the ground. We know the waves, the mountains, and the people — and we use that knowledge to curate thoughtful experiences.
As lifelong travelers and retreat participants ourselves, we’ve felt the power of these journeys: sharper skills, broader perspectives, deeper self-awareness, and lasting friendships. We bring that same level of intention, care, and local insight to every retreat we run.